clawynge

Middle English

Alternative forms

clauyng, clowyng, clawing, claweng, clawinge

Etymology

From clawen +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈklau̯inɡ(ə)/

Verb

clawynge

present participle of clawen

Noun

clawynge

A scratch or clawing motion with the claws.
(rare) Buttering-up or flattering.
(rare) An itchy sensation or feeling.

Descendants

English: clawing

References

“clauing, ger.”, in MED Online, Ann Arbor, Mich.: University of Michigan, 2007, retrieved 2018-12-14.

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